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Published: December 29, 2023

IHOPKC Announces Permanent Split with Founder Mike Bickle After Sexual Misconduct Scandal

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The International House of Prayer in Kansas City (IHOPKC) has severed all ties to its founder Mike Bickle after a sexual misconduct scandal.

The announcement comes after Bickle released a statement confessing to “inappropriate behavior” that took place nearly 20 years ago. 

He had been under scrutiny for two months after accusations surfaced, alleging he had sexually abused several women. IHOPKC then hired an independent investigator to look into those sexual misconduct allegations. 

Now multiple media outlets are reporting that Eric Volz of The David House Agency, speaking on behalf of IHOPKC, has announced Bickle’s termination.

“Since taking over management of the crisis, the executive committee has received new information to now confirm a level of inappropriate behavior on the part of Mike Bickle that requires IHOP KC immediately, formally and permanently separate from him,” Volz stated.

The ministry released a video statement about cutting ties with Bickle, and it revealed that its Executive Director Stuart Greaves has resigned: 

In a letter posted on X before Christmas, Bickle had finally revealed, “I sadly admit that 20+ years ago, I sinned by engaging in inappropriate behavior—my moral failures were real. (I am not admitting to the more intense sexual activities that some are suggesting).” 

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